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Carmi man arrested for striking juvenile Wednesday

Thursday, November 2 by Jc Tinsley

Carmi Police arrested 60 year old Gordon Simmons of Carmi at his residence Wednesday afternoon on a charge of domestic battery.Simmons is accused of striking a 14 year old male juvenile in the back with a closed fist. Simmons was taken into custody... Read More.

Wednesday morning accident on Route 1 takes life of Mt. Carmel woman

Thursday, November 2 by Jc Tinsley

An early morning accident Wednesday claimed the life of a Mt. Carmel woman. At 6:43 am, the Wabash County Sheriff’s Department responded to a single vehicle accident on Rt. 1 just south of the Sugar Creek subdivision.According to the Wabash County Coroner’s Office, 60... Read More.

Illinois State Fair Mega Pass for 2018 now on sale

Thursday, November 2 by Jc Tinsley

The countdown to the 2018 Illinois State Fair has officially begun. Fair officials announced today that as part of its holiday promotional campaign, the fair will be offering a 2018 Mega Pass at a discounted price of $60 through the end of the year. ... Read More.

Emergency Management Officials, National Weather Service Encourage Winter Preparedness

Thursday, November 2 by Jc Tinsley

Chilly temperatures experienced across the state recently are a reminder that the cold, snow and ice of Illinois winters aren’t far behind. To help people prepare for potentially dangerous winter weather, the Illinois Emergency Management Agency (IEMA), the National Weather Service (NWS) and local... Read More.

Severin to Hold Satellite Office Hours in Benton

Thursday, November 2 by Jc Tinsley

State Representative Dave Severin (R- Benton) announced that his office will be holding Satellite Office Hours at the Benton Public Library on Wednesday November 8th from 12:00 – 3:00 pm.“Satellite office hours are a good way for me to make my office and its... Read More.

Mustache Dash 5K To Benefit American Cancer Society

Thursday, November 2 by Jc Tinsley

The American Cancer Society and Heartland Regional Medical Center will be hosting a Mustache Dash 5K and a Little Mustache Kids Fun Run on Saturday, December 2nd at Carbondale Community High School in Carbondale, IL. Registration for this event begins at 9:00 AM and... Read More.

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FMH to honor veterans with meals November 10

Thursday, November 2 by Jc Tinsley

Fairfield Memorial Hospital recognizes and appreciates all veterans who have fought for our freedom. Therefore, in honor of their service, Fairfield Memorial Hospital wishes to offer a day full of complimentary meals for any veteran who would like to join us for Breakfast, Lunch,... Read More.

More than 40 million fire extinguishers recalled

Thursday, November 2 by Jc Tinsley

AP-More than 40 million fire extinguishers in the U.S. and Canada are being recalled because they might not work in an emergency.The U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission says on its website that it's aware of one death because of a problem with extinguishers made... Read More.

Farmers invited to WILL Marketing Panel

Thursday, November 2 by Jc Tinsley

Area farmers are invited to attend the WILL Marketing Panel event on November 16 at 6:00 p.m. at the Geff Ruritan Building. Todd Gleason from WILL Ag Radio AM 580 will moderate a grain marketing strategies and price outlook discussion.Participating in the panel discussion... Read More.

West Salem man sentenced to five years Tuesday

Wednesday, November 1 by Jc Tinsley

In Edwards County Court Tuesday, 39 year old Landon Yates of West Salem was sentenced to five years in prison after pleading guilty to a charge of unlawful use of a weapon by a felon according to States Attorney Eric St. Ledger.Judge William... Read More.